About Me

Welcome to Unburdened Bliss. I'm Gideon Hest. Not your typical guru on decluttering or a minimalist expert with a shelf full of accolades. No, I'm much like you. I've waded through the clutter, the chaos of too much, and found a lighter way of living on the other side. This journey, my journey, is about sharing that path with you.

My story begins in an all-too-familiar place: surrounded by stuff. Stuff I thought I needed. Stuff I was convinced would make me happy. But one day, I looked around and realized—it didn't. The weight of it all was suffocating, not liberating. That epiphany kick-started my journey towards minimalism. Not the pristine, magazine-cover minimalism, but a practical, lived-in version. It's been a trek of discovering what's truly essential and what's simply occupying space.

Unburdened Bliss is my canvas, my way of chronicling this ongoing adventure. Here, I share the insights gleaned from my experiences, the successes, and the inevitable stumbles. It's about real, actionable advice for those looking to embark on a similar path. Decluttering, for me, isn't just about tidying up; it's about stripping away the unnecessary to uncover what really matters.

In these pages, you'll find tales of my decluttering exploits, from the mountain of unnecessary gadgets that once claimed my kitchen counters, to the wardrobe that spilled out of my closet, full of clothes seldom worn. Each item let go was a step towards clarity, towards simplicity.

But it's more than just physical stuff. I dive into the clutter that occupies our minds and schedules, the commitments and obligations we take on without a second thought. I explore the beauty of saying no, of prioritizing what adds value to our lives. It's about creating space not just in our homes, but in our days and our thoughts.

Here, I advocate for a minimalism that's accessible to everyone. You won't find strict rules or one-size-fits-all solutions. Instead, I offer guidelines, suggestions, and plenty of encouragement. It's about finding your own version of minimalism that fits your life. Because at the end of the day, decluttering is deeply personal, and your journey should reflect that.

Unburdened Bliss isn't just my story. It's a platform for sharing, for community. I learn as much from you as you might from me. Your stories, your challenges, your victories—they're all integral to this tapestry we're weaving together. This blog is a place for us to share, to inspire, and to support each other on our respective journeys towards a less cluttered, more meaningful existence.

So, whether you're drowning in stuff, feeling overwhelmed by your schedule, or simply looking for a way to live more intentionally, you're in the right place. Take what resonates with you, leave what doesn't. There's no right or wrong way to do this, just the way that works best for you.

Remember, decluttering is a journey, not a destination. It's about progress, not perfection. And it's about the bliss that comes from unburdening ourselves of the unnecessary, so we can focus on what truly brings us joy.

Welcome to Unburdened Bliss. Let's lighten the load together.